Wassmuth Center for Human Rights
Home of the Idaho Anne Frank Memorial
About the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights
The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights educates people of all ages to connect, learn, and take informed action to create just and joyful communities where human rights are a lived reality for all.
As the founders and home of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, we invite visitors to reflect on the past, engage in meaningful dialogue, and take action for a just and inclusive future.
In our new Philip E. Batt Education Building, visitors can explore interactive programs, exhibits, and original works of art that bring human rights stories to life and spark conversation and connection. Together, the Memorial and Education Building serve as a powerful campus for human rights education.
We envision an Idaho where everyone is valued, treated with respect, and empowered to protect and promote human rights. Through our programs and exhibits, we provide learners of all ages with the knowledge, skills, and resources to build a more just and joyful world.
Visit Us
The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights campus is located in downtown Boise at 777 South 8th Street.
Philip E. Batt Education Building
Join us for our Drop-in Discovery hours every Friday from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. Visitors are invited to wander through our collection of 28 human rights themed artworks, explore Dimensions in Testimony— our facilitated interactive digital exhibit where Holocaust witnesses share their stories in real time—and engage with our knowledgeable docents, who are on hand to spark conversation and offer insights into our Center.
For general office and gift shop hours, we are open Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Mondays from 1:00 – 3:00 PM for a staff meeting).
Self-guided tours are also available daily on a walk-in basis. Access is limited during scheduled programs and events. Check our Programs Calendar for availability.
The Dimensions in Testimony Exhibit is only offered during our Drop-in Discovery hours on Friday afternoons or by appointment. Please visit the Dimensions in Testimony page for more information.
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
The Memorial is open year-round, seven days a week, from dawn to dusk. Admission is always free, inviting visitors to explore this inspiring outdoor space at their own pace.
For visitors looking to gain a deeper understanding of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, guiided tours offer an enriching experience. Led by our highly trained docents—Wassmuth Center supporters passionate about human rights education—these tours provide insight into the Memorial’s history, stories, and impact. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and must be requested at least 48 hours in advance.
We look forward to welcoming you, and bringing to life the lessons of the past at the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial.
Be a Part of the Impact
Our partners make our work possible – connecting, educating, and empowering over 12,000 visitors each year. By supporting our mission, you can be a part of our impact.